HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- SAI International Residential School
- City
- Cuttack
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.7L – ₹17.5L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Cuttack — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
SAI International Residential School invites applications for a HOD Science in Cuttack, Odisha. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: SAI International Residential School in Cuttack, Odisha — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.7 LPA – ₹17.5 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by SAI International Residential School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Cuttack?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Cuttack varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Where exactly is SAI International Residential School located?
The school is in Cuttack, Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
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Key facts about SAI International Residential School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Entirely residential, this CBSE-affiliated school, for classes IV to XII, has a dynamically designed curriculum that provides great scope for creativity, intellectual growth, academic excellence, artistic expression, and achievement in sports. Every student’s sense of values and innate personality are strengthened with SAI’s ethos of leadership and social responsibility. It is ranked as the No.1 School of Eastern India in the Co-ed Boarding School category by the EducationWorld School Rankings 2019-2020. It has also been adjudged as the Leading Residential Schools in India Award 2020 conferred by BW BusinessWorld Top Education Brands 2020.
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